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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2016 OBITUARIES GUILLORY —Clif Guillory, 76, died Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2016, after a long illness and will be d e a r l y missed by friends and family. Clif was Clif Guillory born in what he called “an old family farmhouse in Texas back country,” and didn’t get a birth certificate until he started school. His family moved around but settled in Southern California, where he attended Redondo Beach High School. He loved all sports but excelled in wrestling. He joined the Navy in 1961 and served on the USS Kearsarge and in Vietnam. He joined IBM in 1965, where he met his wife, Kathy, and they were married in 1981. They moved to Florence in 1985 and his career changed to remodeling, building and real estate. Clif loved camping and fishing, any football game and enjoyed many years of bowl- ing. Clif is survived by his wife, Kathy; daughters: Kathy Anderson and her husband, Dirk; Dianna Kramer of Florence; Michelle of North Carolina, Mary Anne Guillory of California; and his son, Charles Kramer, of Florence. Grandchildren include: Wil, Cal and Clay Kramer, Kevin Strenke, DJ and Hanna Anderson, John, Ian, Conner, Julia and Tyler. Memorial services will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Friday, Jan 22, at 11 a.m., with refreshments after. Donations can be made to the Siuslaw High School Wrestling team in his name (Send to 2975 Oak St, Florence, OR 97439). Burns’s Riverside Chapel Florence Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. SPEER—Lora M. Speer, 76, of Florence, passed away Jan. 8, 2016, from pulmonary fibrosis. Lora was born June 1, 1939, in Lancaster, Ohio, to Charles and Samantha “Peggy” Bauman. She lived in Columbus, Ohio, into her teens, then moved with her parents to Eugene, Ore., then to Florence, and lived here for 59 years. She married Manuel Speer in Florence on April 11, 1957. Lora worked many years for the Siuslaw School District as the custodian at the high school, until her retirement. She enjoyed bowling on several leagues — of which she was the secretary — camping, taking cruises, bak- ing and spending time with family. She was a member of the Florence Elks Lodge. Survivors include her four sons: Deen (Maureen) of Roseburg, Ore.; Stevan of Amadeo, Philippines; Gary (Linda) of Monroe, Wash.; and Robbie (Pam) of Wasilla, Ark.; seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and her “Significant Other,” Jerry Maddox of Florence. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Jan. 23, at noon, at the Florence Elks Lodge. Burns’s Riverside Chapel in Florence is in charge of arrangements. GILLOCK—Truman A. Gillock III, 70, passed away Dec. 10, 2015. He was born May 5, 1945, in W a l l a Wa l l a , Wash., to Truman A. Jr. and Marion F. Gillock. Truman H e Gillock moved with his family to California in 1953 and graduated from James Marshall High School in West Sacramento, Calif., in 1963. He married Jane Webster in 1964 and they raised two sons together. They moved to Garberville, Calif., in 1977, and he designed and built a lovely home. Truman married Gail Morrison in 1992 in Genoa, Nev., and they shared many 60TH ANNIVERSARY loving years together. He had various careers in his life, but being a truck driv- er was his favorite job and it was his dream since he was a young boy. He retired from Douglas Disposal, Inc., in Gardnerville, Nev., in 2005, and moved to Florence, where he enjoyed fishing, camping, traveling, dancing, golfing and woodworking for several years. He finished a beautiful cedar-lined chest in November 2015. He was also an active mem- ber of the Florence Elks Lodge. Truman had a vibrant per- sonality; he touched a lot of hearts and loved life. Survivors include his wife, Gail; sons, Brian and Coby (Laura); granddaughters: Heather and Kiera; his mother, Marion; his brothers: Jim and Norm (Dot); his sister, Narda Adams (Rick); two aunts, one uncle and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Truman was preceded in death by his father, Truman A. Gillock Jr. A celebration of life will be held in the spring. WA M P L E R — C o n n i e Marie Wampler, 75, of Florence, died Jan. 1, 2016, at L e g a c y Emmanuel Hospital in Portland, from heart disease. Connie She was Wampler born April 4, 1940, in Minnesota, to George and Lucille Schwengel. WEATHER DATA D ATE H IGH Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. 52 52 46 50 54 54 52 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Rainfall Month: 8.48” L OW R AIN 46 42 41 41 45 48 44 2.09 0.90 0.53 0.26 0.31 2.01 1.00 Week: 7.10” Year: 8.48” Courtesy of Roger Cunningham She had three brothers: Bill, Jerry and Lloyd Schwengel. Connie lived in California, Hawaii, New Mexico and Oregon. On May 9, 1960, she mar- ried Richard Schweier, who preceded her in death in 1994. In 1995, she was blessed to find love again and married Rex Wampler of Florence, who she is survived by. Connie was a lifelong dedi- cated member of the Jehovah Witnesses Organization. Her interests were family, collecting jewelry and seashells. While in Los Alamos, NM., she owned a unique restaurant and antique store; in Kailua, Hawaii, she and Richard owned an auto detail business; and in Florence, they owned and oper- ated Schweier’s Landing Adult Foster Care Home. Connie enjoyed being a wife and mother. She had many friends and she will be remem- bered fondly. In addition to her husband, Rex, she is also survived by her daughter, Lucy Cole; sons George Schweier and Denzel Schweier; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and by her, brother Lloyd. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the Lora Speer Memorial Fund at Oregon Pacific Bank in Florence. RUSSELL—Karen Russell, 53, of Florence, passed away Jan. 18, 2016. Burns’s Riverside Chapel Florence Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. BIRTHS Dona and Farrell Gardner Dona and Farrell Gardner of Mapleton were honored with a surprise 60th anniversary reception after church on Dec. 27, 2015. The Gardners were mar- ried Dec. 31, 1955, at the Mapleton Evangelical Church. Farrell was with Champion International for 30 years, Eagle Veneer for five years and Emerald Acres for five years. Dona worked at a Florence bank, different offices around town and was a stay- at-home mother. Both are now retired. The couple has two sons: Greg and Kevin (and wife, Jennifer); a daughter, Leslie Francis; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchil- dren. A dinner party was held at The Sizzler at Gateway Mall the evening of Dec. 27. The Gardners enjoy travel- ing, hunting, camping, spending time with family and friends and attending Mapleton Evangelical Church. Also honored that night were close friends Wallace and Robert Detering, of Harrisburg, who celebrated 66 years of marriage Dec. 31. Now playing JAN 22 - 28 New This Week: MACBETH (R) - After seizing the throne as King of Scotland, Macbeth (Michael Fassbender) struggles with the guilt and paranoia of his actions. 13 Hours: The Secret soldiers of benghazi (R) - A six man security team defend the U.S. Consulate stationed in Benghazi from radical militants. The Finest Hours (PG-13) - Preview screening on Thursday at 7:30! CONTINUING: GARCIA—Jaxon Rafael Garcia, a boy weighing 7 lbs., 14 ozs., was born to Tabatha Jade Dunaway and Jason Rafael Garcia, of Florence, on Jan. 10, 2016, at 3 a.m., at PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center. WHITE—Lailah Rose White, a girl weighing 5 lbs., 14 ozs., was born to Katie Elizabeth White and Patrick James White, of Florence, on Jan. 13, 2016, at 4:37 p.m., at PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center. The REvenant (R) - In 1820, Hugh Glass (Leonardo Dicaprio) is left for dead by members of his own party in a fur trading expedition and must fight to survive the harsh wilderness. Winner of three Golden Globes for Best Picture(Drama), Best Director, and Best Actor for Dicaprio! Spotlight (R) - “Spotlight is simply a great story exceedingly well told, through characters whose fingers are perpetually stained with ink.” Nominated for three Golden Globes, including Best Picture(Drama)! The big short (R) - “...directed and wrote with Charles Randolph from the book by Michael Lewis, jumps off the screen in every scene and pins an elusive subject firmly in place.” Nominated for four Golden Globes! Special Events: Branagh theatre live: The winter’s tale - 1/23, 11am - Encore of a magical version of Shakespeare’s most perfect play, starring Judi Dench. the winding stream - 1/25, 12:30pm - Encore screening of the story of American roots music. Jane eyre - 1/27, 6pm - National Theatre Live encore! www.TheSiuslawNews.com IMPOUNDMENT CITY LIGHTS CINEMAS 1930 Hwy 101 • Florence, OR 97439 TIMES BELOW ARE ONLY VALID FRIDAY, JANUARY 22 – THURSDAY, JANUARY 28 $9 Regular/$8 Senior or Student/$7.50 Matinee/$7 Child/$6.50 Member | Performing Arts $19/$15/$10 NO SURCHARGE FOR 3D – GLASSES TO KEEP $2 12980 A male labrador mix #12980 has been impounded at the Florence Area Humane Society. Call 541-997-4277 or stop by the shelter at 2840 Rhododendron Drive to claim. Visit FAHS on the web at florencehumane.org. It’s not like her. Mom has always been so patient, but now when I ask her questions she gets angry. We can help. Call us with questions about aging and Alzheimers. 1-855-ORE-ADRC HelpForAlz.org The Big Short - 130 min (R) – “One of the most entertaining movies of 2015.” Sun-Times Fri: 12:20, 3:20, 6:20 | Sat: 6:00, 8:50 | Sun: 12:20, 3:20 Mon: 12:10, 3:20 | Tue, Thu: 12:20, 3:20 | Wed: 12:20, 3:10 NEW: The Finest Hours - 109 min (PG-13) – Preview Screening 1/28: Thu: 7:30 NEW: Macbeth - 155 min (NR) – “Inspired, innovative, stunning, with unforgettable performances and images, this is up there with the great screen Shakespeares.” Empire Fri: 3:00, 9:10 | Sat: 2:45, 9:00 | Sun: 6:00 | Mon - Wed: 6:10 | Thu: 3:00 Southern Oregon Area Operator of the Year The Revenant - 156 min (R) – “A riveting saga of pain, grit and the brute moral relativism of revenge... The Revenant is one of the best pictures of the year.” MovieNation Fri, Sat: 11:50am, 3:00, 6:10, 9:20 | Sun - Wed: 12:15,3:00, 6:30 | Thu: 12:15, 3:00, 7:10 Spotlight - 128 min (R) – “Spotlight winds up being a startlingly emotional experience, and not just for filmgoers with intimate knowledge of the culture it depicts.” Washington Post Fri: 12:10, 6:15, 9:10 | Sat: 3:00, 6:15 | Sun: 12:00, 3:00, 6:20 | Mon: 3:00, 6:20 Tue: 12:10, 3:00, 6:20 | Wed: 12:10, 3:00 | Thu: 12:10 NEW: 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi - 144 min (R) – “Bay and his screenwriter, Chuck Hogan, adapting the nonfiction bestseller by Mitchell Zuckoff and the members of the Annex Security Team, resolutely avoid any overt political inferences.” CS Monitor Fri, Sat: 12:00, 3:10, 6:20, 9:30 | Sun - Wed: 12:00, 3:30, 6:20 | Thu: 12:00, 3:30, 7:15 The 2015 Southern Oregon Oper Operator of the Year was awarded to R&R King Logging Inc. of Florence by the Oregon Department of Forestry for responsible, innovative, and proactive work that protects natural resources! Special Events: Branagh Theatre Live: The Winter’s Tale - 210 min – Encore! Sat: 11:00am – A magical version of Shakespeare’s most perfect play, with Branagh & Judi Dench The Winding Stream - 90 min (NR) – The story of the American roots music Mon: 12:30 – Encore presentation Jane Eyre - 180 min – Encore of this fantastic National Theatre Live production Wed: 6:00 – The Bronte classic brought to theatrical life with unique staging and gorgeous music We thank you for going above and beyond to preserve the natural resources of our community! member OREGON DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM WWW.CITYLIGHTSCINEMAS.COM 1355 HWY 101 • Florence • (541) 997-7121 • opbc.com CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK 2 A